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You have GOT to be kidding me... I just have to vent for a second. I just got TOLD off because I explained to someone who called about my puppies that I like to be as involved as possible in their lives, even after they leave me. I said I had no problem babysitting if she ever wanted to go out of town, and that I really like to have frequent updates after I send a baby home. She actually told me that was "ridiculous" and said she didn't want to buy a puppy from someone who "checks up" on them after they're already sold. She said it should be their business and their business only what happens to the dog after it leaves me. I was completely shocked. What an IDIOT!! :mad: I don't usually tell people off, but the first thing out of my mouth was, "well if that's how you feel, trust me, I wouldn't sell a puppy to you if you begged me." :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes: Sorry, I just had to get that off my chest. I am amazed at some of the things people say when they call about puppies...I truly am... |
Well I am with you on this one.. I guess this person has not done enough homework to know that a breeder should be able to be right there, take an interest... maybe she feels intimidated that you would watch over her in the wrong way.. and feel that she could lose her pet.. not sure why she would feel that,. but obviously her own problem, and nothing you are doing wrong at all.... It is ok to share this kind of thing.. I can feel your being upset.. for your babies..:D |
Don't let it get to you. I would think any new owner would be thrilled and view it as a good sign that a breeder cares so much about the pups they are producing. Sounds as maybe she didn't have the noblest of intentions in mind for this pup. So, see ya! YOU are doing the right thing!:thumbup: |
Good for you! :thumbup: You sure don't want one of your babies going to that woman! Geez, I think it's wonderful you offered to babysit if she ever goes out of town. Sheila |
The lady should have thrilled that you cared enough about your puppies to want to stay in touch with them. Some people just don't get it. Try not to let it bother you. |
you go girl......Im with you. |
Your not having a very good week are you? Poor thing I think I know what you need..............A Day At The Spa................. that always helps me. You know something they are your pups and I think that it's great that you are involved in their lives. Good for you for sticking up for your babies:thumbup:. Hope next week is better for you.Hugs |
LOL!! oh, you are so lucky that they will not ever get one of your puppies!!! I think you said just what should of been said! why would she not want to?? And a offer to puppy sit if needed! Wow!! Pretty Great service I think!! One of the things Banjo's 1st human mommy said is will you please let me know every once in a while how he is!! I send her a pic. and a little note every month or so!! |
Thanks guys, that makes me feel better...I just had a few minutes of being thoroughly pissed. It's not like I'm asking to move into their house and watch them every second, I just want a few simple emails or phone calls at minimum to let me know how he or she is doing. They don't have to tell me what kind of food they eat, how many times a day they poop, or how many toys they have...:rolleyes: Of course, if they DID tell me those things I wouldn't mind that either! :D I just really and truly care about them, they're not just "puppies" to me, they're part of the family, and I get attached to every one of them. |
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But you know, my babies may have short hair and I may be criticized for caring about them, but at least they're all healthy, happy, and spoiled rotten...:D |
wow that was really rude of her.my tucker will be a year old the 20th of this month i still email pics and update the breeder that i bought him from.she never asked me to but i wouldnt have cared if she did i just do it out of kindness and to insure her he got a very good home:) |
GOD FOR YOU!! I keep the breeder I got my girls from , updated. I try to send pix of them here and there. She should be GALD that you care enough about your furkids that you want to know about them, after they leave your home! Two to one, she prob was going to take your pup and breed her or him for money and not care anything about the pup. You Did The Right thing!!! |
I'm with you all the way on this one also. When Lexie's pups went to their new homes, I let the new owners know that I would appreciate any updates/pictures they could give me. They have my email address and I have theirs...if I wouldn't hear from them, I would be sending an email asking how they're doing. Not constantly of course, just now and then. So far they have been very good about it...I got pictures and comments on their first Christmas (they left right before). I plan on sending an email out in April when the pups turn 6 months asking for new pictures and maybe again at 1 year. I am happy to hear/say that they are all happy & doing well with their new families. |
How stupid...why would you want to buy a puppy from a breeder that has no interest in it after it leaves? With my older cat and Lacy, I have no contact with their breeders. I wrote a letter to Lacy's breeder when she was a year old and told her how she was doing. I gave her my e-mail address and told her if she ever wanted me to bring Lacy by if I was traveling through there to let me know. She e-mailed me back and said it was nice to hear she was doing well and that she often wondered about the puppies she sold. And that was it.. With my youngest cat, I don't keep in frequent touch with her breeder, although I did e-mail her more often at first. I'll probably send her new pics sometime soon and give her an other update. I feel like I could call her if I needed anything and she would be there...she's really a great breeder. When I buy my next puppy, I hope I already have a relationship with the breeder beforehand and I expect them to want updates and to see them occasionally. I feel like a good breeder will be there for you if you ever have a question and will want to be somewhat involved in the puppy's life |
I think it's great that you would want to keep in touch with your babies. The lady I got Scooter from, while a nice lady (and I got a really sweet pup), has never called once to check on him. I called her a few times after I got him just to thank her and to let her know how he was doing, but she really didn't seem that interested. I made sure that she had my phone number and address, even told her exactly where I lived and told her she was welcome to drop by anytime to check on him, but I've never heard from her.:confused: I'm not a breeder, just a yorkie lover, but...if I were a breeder, I'd be one who wanted to know how my babies were doing. After all, they were yours first and they are like our children!!! I think you were absolutely right and I don't blame you for being angry. Had it been me, it would have given me great pleasure to tell her she couldn't have one of my children! JMO |
Just stupidity on her part. That is one of the true tells of a good breeder to me. |
I love the fact that my breeder wants to see pictures of Cooper. It makes me feel that she is indeed in it for the love of the dogs. Good for you for sticking with what you believe in! |
I wouldn't sell that person a puppy either! I don't breed, but I do foster. I like to know how the two pups I personally adopted out are doing (the pups I fostered for the humane society, I don't keep in contact w/ their families, b/c the HS arrange their adoptions). The parents keep in contact with me once or twice a year and send pics. If I haven't heard from them in awhile, I'll send a quick email, just asking how they are doing and tellng them I'd love to see new pics if they have any. I always let them know that if they need anything, I"m here for them. I'll occassionally send the shelter I got Laney and Schatzie from a quick notes and pictures, and tell them thanks for all the work they do. I send the lady I got Slade from emails and pics frequently. Not to long ago, she sent an email asking how he was doing, and it made me feel good that she cares about what happens to him in life. |
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that woman is obviously unappreciative and knows nothing.. there NEEDs to be more great breeders like you who do care!! im so glad you told her off.. good job!! :thumbup: |
makes me wonder That would make me wonder what she wanted to do with the puppy!:eek: You did good!! I still keep up with the all the breeders from my girls. Kissy is almost 7 and i STILL keep up with her breeder and we have become great friends too! :D Don't let that get to you. You did the right thing!! HUGS! XOXO |
I cannot believe someone would be upset at a breeder for wanting to stay in contact! I'm sorry! I wish Xavier's breeder had asked us to stay in contact! I've had several questions that I would've loved to ask her since we've had him, but since he was a gift, I don't know that she would like to be contacted. None of the paperwork says to feel free to contact her or anything even. I will most definitely be looking for a breeder who is more like YOU with the next baby we get! |
I would love it if I was buying a puppy and the breeder told me that! I think it shows what a wonderful, caring, and loving person/breeder you are!! That in turn reflects into your wonderful puppy/s that I would be buying!!! |
It's good that you found out now what that woman was like rather than after she got one of your puppies. |
Some people. I would be more worried if I bought a pup of someone and they didnt want to have any updates. |
Don't let her get you upset, the nerve of her!! I personally would never sell or give up a puppy to an owner who didn't keep me updated. I need to know how they are doing and that they are being loved and cared for. It's ridiculous that she was upset that you wanted to keep in touch, most people look for that in a breeder, she should be thankful that you care so much about them. |
I would love to have a pup from a breeder that was interested. All of the pups I bought from breeders couldn't care less about the pup. I was crushed after sending a picture to a breeder and never had it acknowledged. There was only one in Canada that I bought a Yorkie (she was my dream) from (long since deceased) and we still stay in touch. I've been owned by dogs for 40 years but not a very good breeder record here with all I've learned. Jessica |
Wow good for you:thumbup: I have kept in contact with all my breeders, I probably get on there nerves:rolleyes: I have sent monthly pics and emails to them all, i apprecaite breeders like you who want to keep in contact:thumbup: |
Thats really surprising that someone thinks that way It sounds like she does not want to be bothered I am buying a bird from someone and planning on giving email updates. My breeder of Chachi and Jewels doesnt have email and didnt seem to care if she got updates so I dont with her. I think for people with computer access it is great |
Makes you wonder if the lady was planning on doing something she wanted to hide. I send pics of Connor and brag about his accomplishments to the breeder of his granddam. She's proud of the fact that something that she started is still going strong. I send out birthday cards and the owners of my pups send pics and updates. I still do grooming on several of the pups that I have sold. I guess it takes all kinds but I wouldn't want her to have one of my babies either. |
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